Rsync and path

After changing a setting, you have to save the changes to keep it next time you use RsyncUI.

Version of rsync

It is recommended to install the latest version of rsync. RsyncUI provides direct path support for Homebrew on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. RsyncUI will determine the type of Mac you are using. The default path for Homebrew is:

  • Intel-based Mac: /usr/local/bin
  • Apple Silicon: /opt/homebrew/bin

Path rsync

The snapshot and syncremote feature requires the latest version of rsync. If an updated or new version of rsync is not installed by Homebrew, set the path to rsync.

  • If Rsync v3.x is enabled, set the optional path if not installed by Homebrew.
  • Any version of rsync will work, but only default versions in macOS and the latest release of rsync have been tested and verified.
    • the test and verification process ensures the accurate parsing of the output generated by rsync

Path for restore

  • Preset temporary path for restoring single files and directory
  • Preset temporary path for a full restore

Mark days after

Tasks with an execution date older than the number of days are marked red.

Backup configurations

You can backup the current setup, configurations, and logs, including all profiles, at any time by clicking the wrench button. The backup executes a copy to your Documents directory and appends a timestamp -month-day-year/hour/minute to the copy.

The backups are located in your Documents directory: $HOME/Documents/RsyncUIcopy-05-06-2024/08/21


Last modified September 13, 2025: Update rsyncandpath.md (9ad4c79)